In 2013, two high school physical education teachers were discussing how positive the influence of camp was on their respective lives and how great it would be to own a camp themselves. That day they decided to pursue this dream, recognizing that they had the ideal professional knowledge, passion and network to turn the dream in a reality. They chose the name Rouge Valley Sports Camp, due to the first camp location's proximity to one of the Greater Toronto Area's most significant landmarks: the Rouge River. Upon deciding to open a third Woodbridge location in 2020; we are now known as Rouge Camps!
Our team of teachers has grown and we all believe in the importance of helping kids enjoy being outside and physically active. We are increasingly committed to the vision of delivering highly active camps that bring the summer-overnight-camp feel to the city-day-camp experience. We have learned that the best recipe for delivering the best possible camp experience is having experienced top leaders, selecting the best staff, training them strategically, and then mentoring them authentically. We take pride in seeing campers and staff grow in confidence and ability all while having FUN! At Rouge Camps we are always teaching life through camp!
For more on the origins of Rouge Camps, watch/listen to our founders tell the full story below. (*Recorded March 12, 2021).
Adam Buchnea, O.C.T
Founder
Rouge Camps is a passion for Adam, who has built the camps from a dream into a full-service day camp provider that meets the needs of families across York Region. Being a Health & Physical Education Teacher and part of the camp industry for 20+ years have prepared him to equip other teachers with the tools they need to run amazing camps. He enjoys continually building positive environments where campers develop the confidence to step out of their comfort zones. Adam spends his spare time with his family and when time permits, coaching, golfing or playing tennis.
Locations
Unionville
Richmond Hill
Woodbridge
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Phone
(905) 460-7446
info@rougecamps.com
